People of Print (Paperback)

Marcroy Smith

ISBN 10: 0500293147 / ISBN 13: 9780500293140

Published by Thames & Hudson Ltd, London, 2017

Paperback. In a world in which screen-based graphics and digital design dominate the mainstream, creating design for print continues to thrive among an international community of like-minded individuals. People of Print brings together more than 50 key artists and studios who embrace print's potential for creative expression and experimentation.Written by Marcroy Smith, founder of the eponymous online resource, and Andy Cooke, his long-time collaborator, People of Print presents a dazzling array of work created for paper and beyond, including posters, flyers, packaging, fanzines, self-published books, textiles and fashion, and exhibition design. Fully illustrated profiles, in-depth interviews and a comprehensive reference section make this book an inspirational resource for all graphic designers and illustrators who appreciate the value and craft of print. An insiders guide to the fresh, talented graphic designers, illustrators, printmakers and collectives that are at the heart of a burgeoning and creatively dynamic scene independent, print-based design. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780500293140

Synopsis:

Here is a an overview of the exceptional work produced and championed by over fifty of the leading illustrators, printmakers and designers from the sphere of independent, print-based design. People of Print is split into three Part 1 features essays by journalist Andrew Losowsky; Danielle Pender, curator at KK Outlet; and Lawrence Zeegen, Profess29or of Illustration at University of the Arts London. It includes interviews with Heretic, a London-based illustration and screen-printing studio, and Jeremy Leslie, Creative Director at magCulture; and a site visit to St Cuthberts Mill, a paper manufacturer in Somerset. Part 2 consists of profiles on such creatives as Brazilian illustrators Bicicleta Sem Freio, Melbourne-based screen-printers Dangerfork, Portland-based letterpress KeeganMeegan & Co., and New York-based design firm Sagmeister & Walsh. Part 3, the Directory, lists a wide selection of print-based websites.

About the Author: Marcroy Smith is a London-based illustrator and founder of People of Print, the world’s largest online directory of independent designers working with print.

Bibliographic Details

Title: People of Print (Paperback)
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd, London
Publication Date: 2017
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new